Chris Pine reflected on how his role in “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement” changed his career — and life.
In the May 5 episode of “Sunday Sitdown With Willie Geist,” Pine spoke about being cast as Nicholas Devereaux in the 2004 film, which jumpstarted his career and turned his finances around.
“It was the height of summer and I was getting off at Magnolia. I was on my little Verizon tiny little flip phone, my silver one and I got a call from my agents that I booked the job,” Pine said. “I pulled over onto the side of the freeway and they said, ‘You’re getting paid $65,000,’ and it was like they had just told me I’d made $50 million. It was absolutely earth-shattering.”
“The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement” is the sequel to 2001’s “The Princess Diaries,” starring Anne Hathaway as Mia Thermopolis, a teen who learns she’s the...
In the May 5 episode of “Sunday Sitdown With Willie Geist,” Pine spoke about being cast as Nicholas Devereaux in the 2004 film, which jumpstarted his career and turned his finances around.
“It was the height of summer and I was getting off at Magnolia. I was on my little Verizon tiny little flip phone, my silver one and I got a call from my agents that I booked the job,” Pine said. “I pulled over onto the side of the freeway and they said, ‘You’re getting paid $65,000,’ and it was like they had just told me I’d made $50 million. It was absolutely earth-shattering.”
“The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement” is the sequel to 2001’s “The Princess Diaries,” starring Anne Hathaway as Mia Thermopolis, a teen who learns she’s the...
- 5/5/2024
- by Lexi Carson
- Variety Film + TV
Hugh Grant was one of the quintessential rom-com leading men of the 90s among the likes of Richard Gere and Leonardo DiCaprio. He was a popular heartthrob who managed to impress fans with his natural charm and his nonchalant humor. His roles in Four Weddings and a Funeral, Notting Hill, Bridget Jones’ Diary, and Love Actually made audiences swoon in the 90s and early 2000s.
Hugh Grant as William Thacker in Notting Hill
Another one of Grant’s popular films was 2002’s Two Weeks Notice where he was paired with Sandra Bullock. The duo had met five years prior and they had discussed working together. But Grant made a pretty bad impression on Bullock by narrating what he calls a ‘disgusting story’, which led to Grant not hearing from the actress for over 3 years.
Hugh Grant Got Ghosted By Sandra Bullock After A Horrible First Meeting
Hugh Grant and Sandra...
Hugh Grant as William Thacker in Notting Hill
Another one of Grant’s popular films was 2002’s Two Weeks Notice where he was paired with Sandra Bullock. The duo had met five years prior and they had discussed working together. But Grant made a pretty bad impression on Bullock by narrating what he calls a ‘disgusting story’, which led to Grant not hearing from the actress for over 3 years.
Hugh Grant Got Ghosted By Sandra Bullock After A Horrible First Meeting
Hugh Grant and Sandra...
- 5/5/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
When Henry Cavill Reflected On His Superman Role & Compared It With S*x( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Henry Cavill turns 41 today, and he has already floored everyone with his impeccable charm, which is only growing daily. The actor was widely loved and appreciated for playing Superman in the old DC Universe; the actor once compared playing the last Son of Krypton to repeated lovemaking. Keep scrolling to know.
Henry is all set to embark on a new journey with his lady love Natalie Viscuso in their personal. The couple is ready to become parents for the first time as Natalie is pregnant. Cavill is having a rough time at the box office; his Argylle flopped, and there is not much buzz about his latest film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. He might also return in Millie Bobby Brown-led Enola Holmes 3.
A few years back, Henry Cavill sat for an interview...
Henry Cavill turns 41 today, and he has already floored everyone with his impeccable charm, which is only growing daily. The actor was widely loved and appreciated for playing Superman in the old DC Universe; the actor once compared playing the last Son of Krypton to repeated lovemaking. Keep scrolling to know.
Henry is all set to embark on a new journey with his lady love Natalie Viscuso in their personal. The couple is ready to become parents for the first time as Natalie is pregnant. Cavill is having a rough time at the box office; his Argylle flopped, and there is not much buzz about his latest film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. He might also return in Millie Bobby Brown-led Enola Holmes 3.
A few years back, Henry Cavill sat for an interview...
- 5/5/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Following a buzz-worthy premiere at this year’s SXSW Festival, Universal Pictures released “The Fall Guy” nationwide on May 3. The film directed by David Leitch and written by Drew Pearce is loosely based on the 1980s TV series about stunt performers. Oscar nominee Ryan Gosling stars as Colt Seavers, a stuntman working on his ex-girlfriend’s (Emily Blunt) directorial debut action film, only to find himself involved in a conspiracy surrounding the film’s lead actor.
Early reviews for the action comedy have been overwhelmingly positive. It holds fresh at 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, with the critics consensus reading, “With action, comedy, romance, and a pair of marvelously matched stars, ‘The Fall Guy’ might be the rare mainstream movie with something to entertain everyone.” Read our full review round-up below.
See Box office preview: Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt’s action rom-com ‘The Fall Guy’ kicks off Summer 2024
Adrian Horton of The Guardian writes,...
Early reviews for the action comedy have been overwhelmingly positive. It holds fresh at 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, with the critics consensus reading, “With action, comedy, romance, and a pair of marvelously matched stars, ‘The Fall Guy’ might be the rare mainstream movie with something to entertain everyone.” Read our full review round-up below.
See Box office preview: Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt’s action rom-com ‘The Fall Guy’ kicks off Summer 2024
Adrian Horton of The Guardian writes,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
It’s possible that many missed the news that right after the “Barbenheimer” fever, Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling joined forces to bring The Fall Guy to audiences. It’s been described as an exhilarating journey. However, despite receiving such rave reviews, the movie didn’t perform as strongly as expected at the box office on its opening day.
Ryan Gosling in The Fall Guy
Although the movie started its journey with somewhat impressive numbers, people somehow expected more. Speculation is swirling that the timing of its release, coinciding with May the Fourth and the re-release of The Phantom Menace, may have impacted its numbers.
The Fall Guy Faces Tough Competition with The Phantom Menace in Theaters
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Star Wars: The Phantom Menace made a grand return to theaters on May 3. And what better way to honor the occasion than by binge-watching the entire Skywalker Saga on May the Fourth,...
Ryan Gosling in The Fall Guy
Although the movie started its journey with somewhat impressive numbers, people somehow expected more. Speculation is swirling that the timing of its release, coinciding with May the Fourth and the re-release of The Phantom Menace, may have impacted its numbers.
The Fall Guy Faces Tough Competition with The Phantom Menace in Theaters
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Star Wars: The Phantom Menace made a grand return to theaters on May 3. And what better way to honor the occasion than by binge-watching the entire Skywalker Saga on May the Fourth,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
If there ever was a list of the most talented actors in Hollywood who have never won an Oscar, Johnny Depp’s name would probably be pretty high on it. The 60-year-old actor and musician is known for his versatile roles, and has gone from being Tinseltown’s heartthrob to playing the quirkiest characters. However, there is one DC role fans are dying to see him play.
A still from Pirates of the Caribbean
The chaotic and cunning Clown Prince of Crime, Batman’s yin for yang, the Joker, is one of the toughest characters to master on-screen due to its complexity. You either get lauded with the greatest honors (like Heath Ledger and Joaquin Phoenix) or be criticized to oblivion (like Jared Leto). Interestingly, Depp remains on fans’ wishlist to play the murderous clown.
Ever since the conception of Dcu, fans have been pitching their own ideas for new...
A still from Pirates of the Caribbean
The chaotic and cunning Clown Prince of Crime, Batman’s yin for yang, the Joker, is one of the toughest characters to master on-screen due to its complexity. You either get lauded with the greatest honors (like Heath Ledger and Joaquin Phoenix) or be criticized to oblivion (like Jared Leto). Interestingly, Depp remains on fans’ wishlist to play the murderous clown.
Ever since the conception of Dcu, fans have been pitching their own ideas for new...
- 5/4/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
David Fincher is an excellent filmmaker, known for making cult classics like Fight Club and Seven. Known for his mastery of visual storytelling and creating deeply immersive cinematic scenes, Fincher is one meticulous filmmaker who has a knack for exploring dark and complex themes.
David Fincher (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
And to have him direct a Spider-Man movie seems unnatural. Yet that was exactly what was supposed to happen and Fincher’s plan was such that Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker would have been left heartbroken in the same way as Andrew Garfield.
David Fincher Would Have Left Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker Heartbroken
Tobey Maguire in and as Spider-Man
David Fincher is an excellent filmmaker, and if he were to direct a Spider-Man movie, suffice to say it would have been unlike any typical superhero movie. Known for making complex and psychologically driven masterpieces, Fincher was once very close to directing a superhero movie,...
David Fincher (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
And to have him direct a Spider-Man movie seems unnatural. Yet that was exactly what was supposed to happen and Fincher’s plan was such that Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker would have been left heartbroken in the same way as Andrew Garfield.
David Fincher Would Have Left Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker Heartbroken
Tobey Maguire in and as Spider-Man
David Fincher is an excellent filmmaker, and if he were to direct a Spider-Man movie, suffice to say it would have been unlike any typical superhero movie. Known for making complex and psychologically driven masterpieces, Fincher was once very close to directing a superhero movie,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Jerry Seinfeld is having an odd time lately.
Fans and critics really enjoyed his appearance in HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm series finale — which creator Larry David used to both comment on, and improve upon, the much-maligned Seinfeld closer. But this week, the 70-year-old comedy legend was slammed on social media for a recent interview where he declared “the extreme left” has hurt the comedy industry. Now here comes his new Netflix movie which is getting a sharply divided reaction from critics and overall a pretty low average score.
Seinfeld’s Unfrosted (trailer below) is a zany star-filled comedy that tells the story of rival cereal companies, Kellogg’s and Post, “racing to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever”— Pop-Tarts. Seinfeld stars in, co-wrote and directed the film, which also stars Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Sarah Cooper and Bill Burr.
Fans and critics really enjoyed his appearance in HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm series finale — which creator Larry David used to both comment on, and improve upon, the much-maligned Seinfeld closer. But this week, the 70-year-old comedy legend was slammed on social media for a recent interview where he declared “the extreme left” has hurt the comedy industry. Now here comes his new Netflix movie which is getting a sharply divided reaction from critics and overall a pretty low average score.
Seinfeld’s Unfrosted (trailer below) is a zany star-filled comedy that tells the story of rival cereal companies, Kellogg’s and Post, “racing to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever”— Pop-Tarts. Seinfeld stars in, co-wrote and directed the film, which also stars Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Hugh Grant, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, Sarah Cooper and Bill Burr.
- 5/3/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Andy Serkis is regarded as a legend for motion capture roles with prominent performances in some of the most renowned projects. The actor did motion capture for iconic characters like Gollum in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, the titular ape in King Kong, and the fan-favorite intelligent ape leader Caesar in the Planet of the Apes reboot trilogy.
Andy Serkis as Caesar in a still from Rise of the Planet of the Apes
The character of Gollum in Peter Jackson’s trilogy on J.R.R. Tolkien’s magical world played a significant role in popularizing Andy Serkis. Gollum was a thin, creepy-looking hobbit who obsessed over a shiny golden ring and crawled around the terrains of a mountain. It was revealed by Serkis in an interview that he walked on fours to achieve finesse in his role as Gollum.
What was Andy Serkis’ method acting technique to play Gollum?...
Andy Serkis as Caesar in a still from Rise of the Planet of the Apes
The character of Gollum in Peter Jackson’s trilogy on J.R.R. Tolkien’s magical world played a significant role in popularizing Andy Serkis. Gollum was a thin, creepy-looking hobbit who obsessed over a shiny golden ring and crawled around the terrains of a mountain. It was revealed by Serkis in an interview that he walked on fours to achieve finesse in his role as Gollum.
What was Andy Serkis’ method acting technique to play Gollum?...
- 5/2/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Seldom have actors in the history of Tinseltown left as much of an enduring legacy as Marlon Brando. The late actor’s legacy can still be felt in the film industry, thanks to his iconic roles in flicks like The Godfather and A Streetcar Named Desire. But one of his most elusive and challenging roles was in Francis Coppola’s 1979 epic war movie, Apocalypse Now.
Did we mention that this was the role that paved the way for one of the most enduring villains in recent superhero cinema?
Marlon Brando in The Godfather (Image credit: Paramount Pictures)
Josh Brolin brought Thanos to life in Avengers: Infinity War (2018) in a way that had never been seen before in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And according to the actor himself, his inspiration came from Brando’s portrayal in Apocalypse Now.
After all, Brando pushed the envelope with his portrayal of rebellious military officer Colonel Kurtz.
Did we mention that this was the role that paved the way for one of the most enduring villains in recent superhero cinema?
Marlon Brando in The Godfather (Image credit: Paramount Pictures)
Josh Brolin brought Thanos to life in Avengers: Infinity War (2018) in a way that had never been seen before in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And according to the actor himself, his inspiration came from Brando’s portrayal in Apocalypse Now.
After all, Brando pushed the envelope with his portrayal of rebellious military officer Colonel Kurtz.
- 5/2/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Olivia Rodrigo’s upcoming concerts at Manchester, England’s new Co-Op Live arena have been called off. The singer was set to launch her U.K. tour at the venue on May 3 and 4 following a show in Dublin, however Co-Cop Live cited “technical issues” as it canceled multiple shows.
“I’ve been having such a great time in Europe so far and I’m sooooo disappointed that we’re unable to perform in Manchester due to ongoing technical issues,” Rodrigo wrote in an Instagram story. “We’re doing our best to reschedule the show.
“I’ve been having such a great time in Europe so far and I’m sooooo disappointed that we’re unable to perform in Manchester due to ongoing technical issues,” Rodrigo wrote in an Instagram story. “We’re doing our best to reschedule the show.
- 5/2/2024
- by Emily Zemler
- Rollingstone.com
New four-part historical murder-mystery Shardlake is adapted from Dissolution, the first novel in Cj Sansom’s seven-book crime series about 16th century lawyer/investigator Matthew Shardlake. Dissolution sees Shardlake sent by religious reformer Thomas Cromwell to investigate a killing at an English monastery.
In the novel, Shardlake is accompanied to the monastery by his young assistant Mark Poer, the son of his father’s farm steward. As a teenager, Mark came to live with Shardlake, who secured him junior legal clerk positions in the London courts.
In the TV adaptation, written by The Last Kingdom and Baghdad Central’s Stephen Butchard, there is no Mark Poer. His character has been cut entirely and replaced by that of Jack Barak, played by Masters of the Air and Ordeal by Innocence’s Anthony Boyle. Jack, a henchman of Thomas Cromwell’s with an eye for the ladies, is a returning character first...
In the novel, Shardlake is accompanied to the monastery by his young assistant Mark Poer, the son of his father’s farm steward. As a teenager, Mark came to live with Shardlake, who secured him junior legal clerk positions in the London courts.
In the TV adaptation, written by The Last Kingdom and Baghdad Central’s Stephen Butchard, there is no Mark Poer. His character has been cut entirely and replaced by that of Jack Barak, played by Masters of the Air and Ordeal by Innocence’s Anthony Boyle. Jack, a henchman of Thomas Cromwell’s with an eye for the ladies, is a returning character first...
- 5/2/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem continues to fumble promoting her new memoir in which she details killing her 14-month-old dog, Cricket, by shooting it in a gravel pit.
Noem appeared on Sean Hannity’s Fox News show Wednesday to explain why she executed the dog after excerpts of the incident sparked backlash last week. Noem said she got Cricket, a wire-haired pointer just over a year old, to use for pheasant hunting.
“The truth is that this was a working dog and it was not a puppy, it was a dog that was extremely dangerous,...
Noem appeared on Sean Hannity’s Fox News show Wednesday to explain why she executed the dog after excerpts of the incident sparked backlash last week. Noem said she got Cricket, a wire-haired pointer just over a year old, to use for pheasant hunting.
“The truth is that this was a working dog and it was not a puppy, it was a dog that was extremely dangerous,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Jeremy Childs
- Rollingstone.com
“I’ve felt that being called ‘niche’ is a compliment, actually,” Monkey Man star Sobhita Dhulipala tells Deadline.
It is nighttime in India when we catch up with the star, and we are discussing a recent profile that dubbed her a “niche Indian actress.”
“In India, there’s the conventional idea of a mainstream commercial film star where they love you because you entertain and give them escape, but you’re not really accountable as an actor to stand for anything,” she explains. “I guess my expectation from a different kind of actor who does films that reach my heart and travel with me would be somehow more personal, and that is a bit of a niche.”
Dhulipala’s choice of roles has reflected this mentality. Born in the South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, she followed the career pipeline that takes a person from beauty pageants to acting, a path trodden by Priyanka Chopra,...
It is nighttime in India when we catch up with the star, and we are discussing a recent profile that dubbed her a “niche Indian actress.”
“In India, there’s the conventional idea of a mainstream commercial film star where they love you because you entertain and give them escape, but you’re not really accountable as an actor to stand for anything,” she explains. “I guess my expectation from a different kind of actor who does films that reach my heart and travel with me would be somehow more personal, and that is a bit of a niche.”
Dhulipala’s choice of roles has reflected this mentality. Born in the South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, she followed the career pipeline that takes a person from beauty pageants to acting, a path trodden by Priyanka Chopra,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Hannah Abraham
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix co-ceo Ted Sarandos, BBC director-general Tim Davie, and ITV CEO Carolyn McCall are among the industry leaders set to speak at the Royal Television Society’s (Rts) London Convention this year.
Its lineup also includes Channel 4 CEO Alex Mahon, journalist and host Amol Rajan, former quiz show co-host Richard Osman – widely known as the author of the best-selling crime novel The Thursday Murder Club – and The Guardian columnist Marina Hyde. The not-yet-complete list of speakers will be updated in the future.
Dubbed a “leading forum” for the U.K.’s television and media, the organization announced streaming giant Netflix as the biennial event’s principal sponsor in 2024.
Taking place on Sept. 17 at Kings Place in the British capital, the convention’s title is: “The Next Episode: Keeping Our Creative Edge.” It will focus on how the U.K. can “hold on to its creative brilliance, take full advantage...
Its lineup also includes Channel 4 CEO Alex Mahon, journalist and host Amol Rajan, former quiz show co-host Richard Osman – widely known as the author of the best-selling crime novel The Thursday Murder Club – and The Guardian columnist Marina Hyde. The not-yet-complete list of speakers will be updated in the future.
Dubbed a “leading forum” for the U.K.’s television and media, the organization announced streaming giant Netflix as the biennial event’s principal sponsor in 2024.
Taking place on Sept. 17 at Kings Place in the British capital, the convention’s title is: “The Next Episode: Keeping Our Creative Edge.” It will focus on how the U.K. can “hold on to its creative brilliance, take full advantage...
- 5/1/2024
- by Lily Ford
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Anne Hathaway built a strong portfolio in Hollywood with her leading roles in almost all genres. Like any other actor, Hathaway had her fair share of insecurities as an actress. Her fears peaked right after filming Love & Other Drugs, co-starring Jake Gyllenhaal. However, they lasted only for two weeks as she got the call for the film One Day. Hathaway shared that her worry came with the territory of being an actor, where a lot of things were beyond her control.
Jake Gyllenhaal and Anne Hathaway in Love & Other Drugs
While Hathaway and Gyllenhaal’s film received mixed reviews from critics, the film was a commercial success. It explored the story of a medicine peddler Jamie who falls for a young woman suffering from an illness that could eventually lead to Parkinson’s disease.
Anne Hathaway Feared For Her Job Security After Movie With Jake Gyllenhaal Anne Hathaway...
Jake Gyllenhaal and Anne Hathaway in Love & Other Drugs
While Hathaway and Gyllenhaal’s film received mixed reviews from critics, the film was a commercial success. It explored the story of a medicine peddler Jamie who falls for a young woman suffering from an illness that could eventually lead to Parkinson’s disease.
Anne Hathaway Feared For Her Job Security After Movie With Jake Gyllenhaal Anne Hathaway...
- 5/1/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Rts London Convention Speakers
The Royal Television Society has revealed the dates and initial speakers for its annual Rts London Convention.
This year’s event will take place on Sept. 17 at Kings Place in London and is chaired by Anna Mallett, Netflix’s vice president of production for Emea and the U.K. Netflix is also serving as the convention’s principal sponsor.
Confirmed speakers include Netflix co-ceo Ted Sarandos, BBC director-general Tim Davie, Channel 4 CEO Alex Mahon, ITV CEO Carolyn McCall and journalist Amol Rajan. “The Thursday Murder Club” author Richard Osman and The Guardian columnist Marina Hyde are also on the line-up, with further speakers to be announced in the coming weeks.
The theme for the forthcoming edition is “The Next Episode: Keeping Our Creative Edge,” highlighting how the U.K. can “hold on to its creative brilliance, take full advantage of the opportunities of the future,...
The Royal Television Society has revealed the dates and initial speakers for its annual Rts London Convention.
This year’s event will take place on Sept. 17 at Kings Place in London and is chaired by Anna Mallett, Netflix’s vice president of production for Emea and the U.K. Netflix is also serving as the convention’s principal sponsor.
Confirmed speakers include Netflix co-ceo Ted Sarandos, BBC director-general Tim Davie, Channel 4 CEO Alex Mahon, ITV CEO Carolyn McCall and journalist Amol Rajan. “The Thursday Murder Club” author Richard Osman and The Guardian columnist Marina Hyde are also on the line-up, with further speakers to be announced in the coming weeks.
The theme for the forthcoming edition is “The Next Episode: Keeping Our Creative Edge,” highlighting how the U.K. can “hold on to its creative brilliance, take full advantage of the opportunities of the future,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Actor Anne Hathaway has experienced a lot of ups and downs in her career. She confided that she once had brief anxiety over not being cast in anymore future films right before she was hired for a dream role.
Anne Hathaway’s panic over her acting career only lasted for two weeks Anne Hathaway | Brendon Thorne/Getty Images
Hathaway starred alongside Jake Gyllenhaal in the 2010 feature Love & Other Drugs. The picture was a rom-com where Hathaway played the outgoing young woman Maggie, who lived with a debilitating condition, falling for a pharmaceutical salesman. Initially, it was a movie that Hathaway wasn’t sure about starring in. According to the movie’s director Edward Zwick, Hathaway didn’t think there was enough meat on her character to sign on.
“It took her a little while to decide whether she wanted to play the part, because she said the character, the...
Anne Hathaway’s panic over her acting career only lasted for two weeks Anne Hathaway | Brendon Thorne/Getty Images
Hathaway starred alongside Jake Gyllenhaal in the 2010 feature Love & Other Drugs. The picture was a rom-com where Hathaway played the outgoing young woman Maggie, who lived with a debilitating condition, falling for a pharmaceutical salesman. Initially, it was a movie that Hathaway wasn’t sure about starring in. According to the movie’s director Edward Zwick, Hathaway didn’t think there was enough meat on her character to sign on.
“It took her a little while to decide whether she wanted to play the part, because she said the character, the...
- 5/1/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Michael Cimino's "The Deer Hunter" is a scalding experience. Over three hours, we get to know a group of Western Pennsylvania steelworkers who are plucked from their blue-collar town and thrust into the confounding hell of the Vietnam War. These are not complicated men. Left to their own devices, they'd put in their 40 hours a week, and spend their free time either throwing back beers at their local bar or tracking deer in the Appalachian Mountains.
Cimino lets us get comfortable with his characters in their natural habitat, so that, when they're captured by Viet Cong soldiers, and, among other tortures, forced to play Russian roulette for the gambling pleasure of their captors, we share their bewilderment and outright terror. This is where "The Deer Hunter" also becomes a problematic experience. Though the Viet Cong unquestionably abused prisoners of war, there is no substantial evidence that they forced American soldiers to play Russian roulette.
Cimino lets us get comfortable with his characters in their natural habitat, so that, when they're captured by Viet Cong soldiers, and, among other tortures, forced to play Russian roulette for the gambling pleasure of their captors, we share their bewilderment and outright terror. This is where "The Deer Hunter" also becomes a problematic experience. Though the Viet Cong unquestionably abused prisoners of war, there is no substantial evidence that they forced American soldiers to play Russian roulette.
- 4/30/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese have collaborated 6 times over the years. The director-actor duo have never repeated themselves and have constantly worked on reinventing themselves each time. From historical epics, crime dramas, to psychological thrillers, the two have become the ideal pairing that can do no wrong.
Leonardo DiCaprio as Jordan Belfort in The Wolf of Wall Street
One of their wild collaborations was the 2013 biographical black comedy film The Wolf of Wall Street. One of the craziest scenes from the film was a lion casually walking through the Stratton Oakmont firm in the presence of office workers. While Scorsese did use a real lion and real people for the scene, a brilliant strategy was used to seamlessly blend them together.
VFX Artist Took a Unique Strategy to Shoot The Lion Scene in The Wolf of Wall Street
This scene from The Wolf of Wall Street was pulled off by...
Leonardo DiCaprio as Jordan Belfort in The Wolf of Wall Street
One of their wild collaborations was the 2013 biographical black comedy film The Wolf of Wall Street. One of the craziest scenes from the film was a lion casually walking through the Stratton Oakmont firm in the presence of office workers. While Scorsese did use a real lion and real people for the scene, a brilliant strategy was used to seamlessly blend them together.
VFX Artist Took a Unique Strategy to Shoot The Lion Scene in The Wolf of Wall Street
This scene from The Wolf of Wall Street was pulled off by...
- 4/29/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
All dogs go to heaven, but South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem’s puppy-executing ways may have just cost her a chance at entering the promised land of the White House as Donald Trump’s running mate.
Several Republicans close to Trump — who, admittedly, are aligned with others vying for the Trump VP slot, or who simply don’t like Noem — are using the Maga governor’s story of shooting and killing an unruly puppy to try to help nuke the former president’s opinion of her. In the days since...
Several Republicans close to Trump — who, admittedly, are aligned with others vying for the Trump VP slot, or who simply don’t like Noem — are using the Maga governor’s story of shooting and killing an unruly puppy to try to help nuke the former president’s opinion of her. In the days since...
- 4/29/2024
- by Nikki McCann Ramirez and Asawin Suebsaeng
- Rollingstone.com
Julia Fox, the Italian-American actress, broke through the mainstream with her acting debut in Safdie brothers’ Uncut Gems. While her art and peculiar fashion sense has played a vital part in her popularity, it was her acting debut that helped her reach new heights in the entertainment industry.
Julia Fox in a still from Uncut Gems (2019)
Starring as a cunning and manipulative saleswoman and mistress to Adam Sandler’s character, Fox received immense praise for her acting debut. While talking about how her character was supposedly based on her and the character’s relationship with Sandler’s Howard Ratner, Fox remarked she would never date somebody like him in real life. Which seems startling given her whirlwind romance with Kanye West.
Julia Fox Would Never Date Anyone Like Adam Sandler’s character in Uncut Gems Julia Fox and Adam Sandler in a still from Uncut Gems (2019)
Julia Fox is infamous...
Julia Fox in a still from Uncut Gems (2019)
Starring as a cunning and manipulative saleswoman and mistress to Adam Sandler’s character, Fox received immense praise for her acting debut. While talking about how her character was supposedly based on her and the character’s relationship with Sandler’s Howard Ratner, Fox remarked she would never date somebody like him in real life. Which seems startling given her whirlwind romance with Kanye West.
Julia Fox Would Never Date Anyone Like Adam Sandler’s character in Uncut Gems Julia Fox and Adam Sandler in a still from Uncut Gems (2019)
Julia Fox is infamous...
- 4/29/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
A well-known BBC wildlife presenter has been caught up in a scam that saw a fake AI-generated program mimic her voice and give permission for her face to be used in an advert.
Liz Bonnin and her management team noticed last week that the presenter of Our Changing Planet and Arctic From Above was fronting a poster for insect repellent spray, which neither her nor management had signed off.
On closer investigation, the voice messages supposedly from Bonnin that had confirmed she was happy to appear in the advert were revealed to be AI-generated.
“At the very beginning it does sound like me but then I sound a bit Australian and then it’s definitely an English woman by the end,” Bonnin, who is Irish, told The Guardian, which broke the story. “It’s all fragmented and there’s no cadence to it.”
The Guardian revealed that the company that produced the advert,...
Liz Bonnin and her management team noticed last week that the presenter of Our Changing Planet and Arctic From Above was fronting a poster for insect repellent spray, which neither her nor management had signed off.
On closer investigation, the voice messages supposedly from Bonnin that had confirmed she was happy to appear in the advert were revealed to be AI-generated.
“At the very beginning it does sound like me but then I sound a bit Australian and then it’s definitely an English woman by the end,” Bonnin, who is Irish, told The Guardian, which broke the story. “It’s all fragmented and there’s no cadence to it.”
The Guardian revealed that the company that produced the advert,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem (R) is proof that a hit dog will holler even when a dead dog can’t.
After public backlash ensued from her recounting of killing her 14-month-old hunting dog, Cricket — whom she called “untrainable” and explicitly said she hated — Noem doubled down Sunday, saying the dog aggressively attacked livestock and people.
“The fact is, South Dakota law states that dogs who attack and kill livestock can be put down,” Noem said on X, formerly Twitter. “Given that Cricket had shown aggressive behavior toward people by biting them,...
After public backlash ensued from her recounting of killing her 14-month-old hunting dog, Cricket — whom she called “untrainable” and explicitly said she hated — Noem doubled down Sunday, saying the dog aggressively attacked livestock and people.
“The fact is, South Dakota law states that dogs who attack and kill livestock can be put down,” Noem said on X, formerly Twitter. “Given that Cricket had shown aggressive behavior toward people by biting them,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Jeremy Childs
- Rollingstone.com
Steven Knight’s Peaky Blinders has captivated audiences worldwide with the tumultuous world of the Shelby family, as they navigated the treacherous landscape of gang warfare and political intrigue. Loosely based on the real-life urban youth gang of the same name, the series incorporates elements from historical figures and addresses prevalent themes such as anti-Irish sentiment.
Peaky Blinders | Credit: BBC
However, amidst the compelling narrative, the show also includes characters embodying fascist and racist ideologies. Knight opened up about such a character Oswald Mosley, acknowledging the unsettling parallels between his beliefs and actions and modern sociopolitical trends.
Steven Knight Reflected on Creating Fascist Characters in Peaky Blinders
In an interview with The Guardian, Steven Knight discussed the complex dynamics of creating a character like Oswald Mosley, whose portrayal aligned with the reprehensible ideologies of racism and fascism within the show.
Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby | Credit: BBC
Introduced in season...
Peaky Blinders | Credit: BBC
However, amidst the compelling narrative, the show also includes characters embodying fascist and racist ideologies. Knight opened up about such a character Oswald Mosley, acknowledging the unsettling parallels between his beliefs and actions and modern sociopolitical trends.
Steven Knight Reflected on Creating Fascist Characters in Peaky Blinders
In an interview with The Guardian, Steven Knight discussed the complex dynamics of creating a character like Oswald Mosley, whose portrayal aligned with the reprehensible ideologies of racism and fascism within the show.
Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby | Credit: BBC
Introduced in season...
- 4/28/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Actor Kevin Spacey had been at the peak of his career when he was accused of s*xual assault and was put on trial. Many reports of assault and misconduct came out as part of the Weinstein Effect, which led him to lose out on most of his acting commitments at the time. The actor was also dropped from his long-running Netflix show House of Cards.
Spacey was reportedly cleared of his charges in 2023 and was ready to get back to work again. The two-time Oscar winner won his first Academy Award for his performance as Verbal Kint in Bryan Singer’s cult classic The Usual Suspects. The character was reportedly written with Spacey in mind as he was not too famous at the time, which would have given the twist away.
Kevin Spacey Was Cast In The Usual Suspects Due to His Relative Anonymity A still from Bryan Singer...
Spacey was reportedly cleared of his charges in 2023 and was ready to get back to work again. The two-time Oscar winner won his first Academy Award for his performance as Verbal Kint in Bryan Singer’s cult classic The Usual Suspects. The character was reportedly written with Spacey in mind as he was not too famous at the time, which would have given the twist away.
Kevin Spacey Was Cast In The Usual Suspects Due to His Relative Anonymity A still from Bryan Singer...
- 4/28/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Have you ever come across a story where the main character shares so many similarities with you that you start believing that the story was based on your life? Well, that is exactly what happened with Julia Fox when she got to read the script of the Safdie Brothers crime thriller, Uncut Gems.
Uncut Gems (2019)
Starring alongside Adam Sandler, Uncut Gems was Julia Fox’s debut in the film industry for which she received a nomination at the Gotham Awards for Breakthrough Actor. Since Josh and Benny Safdie already knew Julia Fox before casting her in the role, the character shared a ton of similarities with the actress, so much so that she thought the Safdie Brothers were spying on her.
Julia Fox Thought She Was Being Spied On
Julia Fox in Uncut Gems
Considered by many as the best film of Adam Sandler’s career, Uncut Gems revolves around the life of Howard Ratner,...
Uncut Gems (2019)
Starring alongside Adam Sandler, Uncut Gems was Julia Fox’s debut in the film industry for which she received a nomination at the Gotham Awards for Breakthrough Actor. Since Josh and Benny Safdie already knew Julia Fox before casting her in the role, the character shared a ton of similarities with the actress, so much so that she thought the Safdie Brothers were spying on her.
Julia Fox Thought She Was Being Spied On
Julia Fox in Uncut Gems
Considered by many as the best film of Adam Sandler’s career, Uncut Gems revolves around the life of Howard Ratner,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
It's a good thing that "Sicario" is often cited as the best Denis Villeneuve movies, seeing as the director, cast, and crew apparently risked their lives to make it. Imagine putting yourself through life-threatening situations just to witness the poor reviews roll in and the almighty Tomatometer bestow an abject splat upon your film. Thankfully, "Sicario" currently stands at a muscular 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the third highest-rated of Villeneuve's films on the website, behind "Arrival" and "Dune: Part Two."
But without "Sicario," those other two blockbusters arguably wouldn't exist. This was the movie that established Villeneuve as a director capable of balancing human drama with large-scale action and set him on a course to shepherd the big-budget movies he's now known for. As "Dune: Part Two" crosses box office milestone after box office milestone, "Sicario" still stands as the movie that made it all possible.
As such,...
But without "Sicario," those other two blockbusters arguably wouldn't exist. This was the movie that established Villeneuve as a director capable of balancing human drama with large-scale action and set him on a course to shepherd the big-budget movies he's now known for. As "Dune: Part Two" crosses box office milestone after box office milestone, "Sicario" still stands as the movie that made it all possible.
As such,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed the secret to his curmudgeonly, grumbling character that helped propel his shows Top Gear and The Grand Tour to worldwide success – it was all an act.
Clarkson, whose hit series Clarkson’s Farm returns to Amazon Prime’s global platform on May 3, told The Guardian newspaper he had deliberately made “a comic creation.”
He said: “Everyone assumes the character they see on motoring shows is me, but it’s exaggerated. To think that I was like I was on Top Gear is the same as thinking that Anthony Hopkins is a cannibal.”
And he said that, as a working farmer whose challenges and triumphs are all captured on camera for his hit show, he feels no pressure to be controversial any more:
“I don’t have to think, ‘Right, I’m going to say something stupidly provocative now.’ That’s relaxing. Also, you don’t wake up...
Clarkson, whose hit series Clarkson’s Farm returns to Amazon Prime’s global platform on May 3, told The Guardian newspaper he had deliberately made “a comic creation.”
He said: “Everyone assumes the character they see on motoring shows is me, but it’s exaggerated. To think that I was like I was on Top Gear is the same as thinking that Anthony Hopkins is a cannibal.”
And he said that, as a working farmer whose challenges and triumphs are all captured on camera for his hit show, he feels no pressure to be controversial any more:
“I don’t have to think, ‘Right, I’m going to say something stupidly provocative now.’ That’s relaxing. Also, you don’t wake up...
- 4/28/2024
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Steven Spielberg’s 1981 film, Hook, is regarded as the best adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s Peter and Wendy. The film presented a different take on the children’s fairytale and provided a different experience than the other iterations. A popular rumor suggested that Tom Hanks was the first choice for the role of an older Peter Pan. However, the Philadelphia actor clarified that the story is different.
Robin Williams in Spielberg’s Hook
Hook focuses on the story of a lawyer played by the late Robin Williams, who learns that he is the older Peter Pan. When his kids are kidnapped by Captain Hook as revenge, he goes back to Neverland and joins forces with the Lost Boys and Julia Roberts’ Tinkerbell. Steven Spielberg’s iteration of the fairy tale initially divided the audiences but became a cult classic moving forward.
Was Tom Hanks the first choice to play Peter Pan in Hook?...
Robin Williams in Spielberg’s Hook
Hook focuses on the story of a lawyer played by the late Robin Williams, who learns that he is the older Peter Pan. When his kids are kidnapped by Captain Hook as revenge, he goes back to Neverland and joins forces with the Lost Boys and Julia Roberts’ Tinkerbell. Steven Spielberg’s iteration of the fairy tale initially divided the audiences but became a cult classic moving forward.
Was Tom Hanks the first choice to play Peter Pan in Hook?...
- 4/28/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Robert Eggers may not be able to boast of a vast filmography, but his directorial path is what many directors in Hollywood would like to have so much. Having directed only four movies, one of which is set to be released later this year, Eggers nonetheless is one of the most critically acclaimed filmmakers with all his films gaining an overall success.
And though his 2015 folk horror debut The Witch starring Anya Taylor-Joy brought him international fame, Eggers is very unlikely to ever rewatch his first directorial work again — for an understandable reason.
Back in 2022, in one of his interviews to The Guardian, the director revealed that he couldn’t stand watching The Witch several years after the film had been released — and the director’s decision to stay away from his own movie wasn’t related to its quality or the actors’ performances, but rather Eggers’ own approach for creating The Witch.
And though his 2015 folk horror debut The Witch starring Anya Taylor-Joy brought him international fame, Eggers is very unlikely to ever rewatch his first directorial work again — for an understandable reason.
Back in 2022, in one of his interviews to The Guardian, the director revealed that he couldn’t stand watching The Witch several years after the film had been released — and the director’s decision to stay away from his own movie wasn’t related to its quality or the actors’ performances, but rather Eggers’ own approach for creating The Witch.
- 4/27/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
Exciting news for fans waiting for the sequel to The Social Network! It’s official, Aaron Sorkin, the Oscar-winning mastermind is currently working on the script for the long-awaited sequel. This time around, judging by his recent statement, fans are bracing themselves for a deep dive into some dark and heavy truths intertwined with the Zuckerberg empire, as Sorkin is determined to shed light on the shadows lurking behind the Mark Zuckerberg company.
Aaron Sorkin Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Aaron Sorkin Is Determined to Reveal the Dark Side of Facebook in The Social Network Sequel
In a recent episode of The Town podcast, Aaron Sorkin confirmed his involvement in the sequel to The Social Network. As his enthusiasm practically jumped through the mic, signaling this movie was a serious passion project for the writer.
Suggested“Featuring Elon Musk?”: Wildest Fan Reactions to David Fincher’s The Social Network 2 Update – Will Andrew Garfield Return?...
Aaron Sorkin Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Aaron Sorkin Is Determined to Reveal the Dark Side of Facebook in The Social Network Sequel
In a recent episode of The Town podcast, Aaron Sorkin confirmed his involvement in the sequel to The Social Network. As his enthusiasm practically jumped through the mic, signaling this movie was a serious passion project for the writer.
Suggested“Featuring Elon Musk?”: Wildest Fan Reactions to David Fincher’s The Social Network 2 Update – Will Andrew Garfield Return?...
- 4/27/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
With Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame being such box office successes, many fans assumed that the Russo Brothers (Anthony and Joe Russo) would return to direct Avengers: Secret Wars. But in the years that followed, a lot changed.
During that period, the Russo Brothers helmed a few flicks through their Agbo company. Among them are the crime drama Cherry, starring Tom Holland and Ciara Bravo, and the action thriller The Gray Man, featuring Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans.
Russo Brothers at Comic-Con (Image via Flickr)
Some people conjectured that the brothers might choose to return to Marvel following The Gray Man’s failure and Cherry’s comparatively unimpressive reception. However, in a recent interview, Anthony and Joe Russo stated adamantly that they are ready to move on from playing in someone’s franchise sandbox and instead focus on developing their own original franchises.
Russo Brothers’ Plan to Forge Their...
During that period, the Russo Brothers helmed a few flicks through their Agbo company. Among them are the crime drama Cherry, starring Tom Holland and Ciara Bravo, and the action thriller The Gray Man, featuring Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans.
Russo Brothers at Comic-Con (Image via Flickr)
Some people conjectured that the brothers might choose to return to Marvel following The Gray Man’s failure and Cherry’s comparatively unimpressive reception. However, in a recent interview, Anthony and Joe Russo stated adamantly that they are ready to move on from playing in someone’s franchise sandbox and instead focus on developing their own original franchises.
Russo Brothers’ Plan to Forge Their...
- 4/27/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Aaron Sorkin wrote the screenplay for The Social Network based on the 2009 book The Accidental Billionaires. Sorkin won the Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar that year for the script that explored the founding of Facebook. The acclaimed writer is set to write a sequel for that project, and Mark Zuckerberg wouldn’t be too happy about it. Sorkin blamed Facebook for the January 6 attack and vowed to write all about it in The Social Network 2 during a recent podcast appearance.
Jesse Eisenberg in The Social Network
The 2010 film featured an ensemble cast including Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Armie Hammer, and Max Minghella. The film faced one of the biggest snubs at the Oscars, losing Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor to The King’s Speech.
Aaron Sorkin Confirms Working On The Social Network 2 Which Will Allegedly Expose Facebook
Aaron Sorkin shared that he was working on the script for...
Jesse Eisenberg in The Social Network
The 2010 film featured an ensemble cast including Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Armie Hammer, and Max Minghella. The film faced one of the biggest snubs at the Oscars, losing Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor to The King’s Speech.
Aaron Sorkin Confirms Working On The Social Network 2 Which Will Allegedly Expose Facebook
Aaron Sorkin shared that he was working on the script for...
- 4/27/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Pet Shop Boys vocalist Neil Tennant shared his thoughts on Taylor Swift‘s musical legacy, drawing comparisons to Michael Jackson’s iconic status.
While he acknowledged his admiration for much of Swift’s music, Tennant expressed his belief that she has yet to produce a standout single that can rival the star power of Jackson’s “Billie Jean.”
“Taylor Swift sort of fascinates me as a phenomenon because she’s so popular, and I sort of quite like the whole thing, but then when I listen to the records … for a phenomenon as big, where are the famous songs?” Tennant told a panel discussion organized by The Guardian in London. “What’s Taylor Swift’s ‘Billie Jean’?”
While Tennant acknowledged Swift’s exceptional vocal abilities and the exquisite production of her music, he felt that, melodically, it lacked dynamism. “She’s got a great voice, and the production is beautiful,...
While he acknowledged his admiration for much of Swift’s music, Tennant expressed his belief that she has yet to produce a standout single that can rival the star power of Jackson’s “Billie Jean.”
“Taylor Swift sort of fascinates me as a phenomenon because she’s so popular, and I sort of quite like the whole thing, but then when I listen to the records … for a phenomenon as big, where are the famous songs?” Tennant told a panel discussion organized by The Guardian in London. “What’s Taylor Swift’s ‘Billie Jean’?”
While Tennant acknowledged Swift’s exceptional vocal abilities and the exquisite production of her music, he felt that, melodically, it lacked dynamism. “She’s got a great voice, and the production is beautiful,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Australian actor Rebel Wilson is standing true to her name through her explosive memoir titled Rebel Rising. The celebrity has been in the hot seat recently for many bold claims that she has made in her book. The most controversial confession involves Sacha Baron Cohen who was accused by Wilson for his allegedly deplorable behavior towards her on set.
Rebel Wilson in Pitch Perfect (image credit: Universal)
While Rebel Rising released in its entirety in the US, the Pitch Perfect star’s revelation about Cohen is coming back to bite her. According to latest information, the UK edition of Wilson’s memoir will be release with a redaction of the portions of the text related to the Borat actor, while the whole chapter relating to Cohen and other stars will face the same fate in the Australian version.
Rebel Wilson’s Book Will Release In the UK Only After This...
Rebel Wilson in Pitch Perfect (image credit: Universal)
While Rebel Rising released in its entirety in the US, the Pitch Perfect star’s revelation about Cohen is coming back to bite her. According to latest information, the UK edition of Wilson’s memoir will be release with a redaction of the portions of the text related to the Borat actor, while the whole chapter relating to Cohen and other stars will face the same fate in the Australian version.
Rebel Wilson’s Book Will Release In the UK Only After This...
- 4/26/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Aaron Sorkin confirmed during a live recording of “The Town” podcast that he is currently working on some kind of sequel to “The Social Network,” David Fincher’s acclaimed 2010 drama about the creation of Facebook that won Sorkin the Oscar for best adapted screenplay.
“Look, yeah, I’ll be writing about this,” Sorkin said about the social media company’s recent years. “I blame Facebook for January 6.”
Sorkin would not answer why he blamed Facebook for Trump supporters storming the U.S. Capitol, but he teased: “You’re going to need to buy a movie ticket.”
“I’m trying [to write a movie about it],” Sorkin elaborated. “Facebook has been, among other things, tuning its algorithm to promote the most divisive material possible. Because that is what will increase engagement. That is what will get you to — what they call inside the hallways of Facebook — ‘the infinite scroll’ … There’s supposed to be a constant tension...
“Look, yeah, I’ll be writing about this,” Sorkin said about the social media company’s recent years. “I blame Facebook for January 6.”
Sorkin would not answer why he blamed Facebook for Trump supporters storming the U.S. Capitol, but he teased: “You’re going to need to buy a movie ticket.”
“I’m trying [to write a movie about it],” Sorkin elaborated. “Facebook has been, among other things, tuning its algorithm to promote the most divisive material possible. Because that is what will increase engagement. That is what will get you to — what they call inside the hallways of Facebook — ‘the infinite scroll’ … There’s supposed to be a constant tension...
- 4/26/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
If there’s anything a politician should avoid saying in public, it’s that they murdered a perfectly healthy puppy. But to South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem — who is seen as one of the top contenders to be Donald Trump’s running mate — a willingness to shoot a dog who was “the picture of pure joy” proves her governmental chops.
In No Going Back: The Truth on What’s Wrong with Politics and How We Move America Forward — Noem’s forthcoming book which was reviewed by The Guardian — Noem describes...
In No Going Back: The Truth on What’s Wrong with Politics and How We Move America Forward — Noem’s forthcoming book which was reviewed by The Guardian — Noem describes...
- 4/26/2024
- by Nikki McCann Ramirez
- Rollingstone.com
Daisy Ridley shot to fame as the leading protagonist Rey in Star Wars’ sequel trilogy. She shared screen space with newcomers Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, and John Boyega, as well as Star Wars veterans such as Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford in the films. The films were divisive in their responses, with creator George Lucas himself not being a fan.
After Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker, which ended Rey’s arc, Ridley has been keeping busy with other projects and has also begun a career as an executive producer. However, she will be returning as Rey in an upcoming Star Wars film. Ridley mentioned that she almost manifested a Rey-centered film right before meeting with LucasFilm CEO Kathleen Kennedy.
Daisy Ridley Returns To The Star Wars Franchise In A New Film Daisy Ridley in Young Woman and the Sea
Before Daisy Ridley became a global star with...
After Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker, which ended Rey’s arc, Ridley has been keeping busy with other projects and has also begun a career as an executive producer. However, she will be returning as Rey in an upcoming Star Wars film. Ridley mentioned that she almost manifested a Rey-centered film right before meeting with LucasFilm CEO Kathleen Kennedy.
Daisy Ridley Returns To The Star Wars Franchise In A New Film Daisy Ridley in Young Woman and the Sea
Before Daisy Ridley became a global star with...
- 4/26/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Pet Shop Boys vocalist Neil Tennant has questioned whether Taylor Swift has a song as “famous” as Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean.”
During a conversation with The Guardian’s head rock and pop critic Alexis Petridisi livestreamed earlier this week, the topic turned to the ubiquitous pop star. While Tennant admitted Swift is a compelling figure, the singer said he finds her actual music “disappointing.”
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“Taylor Swift sort of fascinates me as a phenomenon because she’s so popular and I sort of quite like the whole thing,” Tennant said. “But then when I listen to the records — we both have the same feeling actually — for a phenomenon as big [as she is]… where are the famous songs? What is Taylor Swift’s ‘Billie Jean’?”
After an audience member brought up “Shake It Off,” Tennant responded: “Is it though? No, ’cause I actually even know that that’s the answer,...
During a conversation with The Guardian’s head rock and pop critic Alexis Petridisi livestreamed earlier this week, the topic turned to the ubiquitous pop star. While Tennant admitted Swift is a compelling figure, the singer said he finds her actual music “disappointing.”
Get Taylor Swift Tickets Here
“Taylor Swift sort of fascinates me as a phenomenon because she’s so popular and I sort of quite like the whole thing,” Tennant said. “But then when I listen to the records — we both have the same feeling actually — for a phenomenon as big [as she is]… where are the famous songs? What is Taylor Swift’s ‘Billie Jean’?”
After an audience member brought up “Shake It Off,” Tennant responded: “Is it though? No, ’cause I actually even know that that’s the answer,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
English actor Christopher Eccleston has been a popular name in TV, movies, and stage alike. From playing the 9th incarnation of The Doctor in Doctor Who to playing both Hamlet as well as Macbeth on the stage, Eccleston’s artistry is admirable.
Christopher Eccleston in Doctor Who
Eccleston, though he usually prefers to avoid big budget productions, was part of two pretty big franchises in his career. One was the 2009 movie, G. I. Joe: Rise of Cobra, and the other was the MCU’s Thor: The Dark World in 2011. Unfortunately, the actor hated being a part of both these films.
Christopher Eccleston Regretted Being in Thor 2
Christopher Eccleston played the main antagonist, Malekith, in Thor: The Dark World. The movie in itself was one of Marvel’s least liked productions. And the character of Malekith was one of the most underdeveloped, with almost no background story to give it more depth.
Christopher Eccleston in Doctor Who
Eccleston, though he usually prefers to avoid big budget productions, was part of two pretty big franchises in his career. One was the 2009 movie, G. I. Joe: Rise of Cobra, and the other was the MCU’s Thor: The Dark World in 2011. Unfortunately, the actor hated being a part of both these films.
Christopher Eccleston Regretted Being in Thor 2
Christopher Eccleston played the main antagonist, Malekith, in Thor: The Dark World. The movie in itself was one of Marvel’s least liked productions. And the character of Malekith was one of the most underdeveloped, with almost no background story to give it more depth.
- 4/25/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Rebel Wilson’s feud with Sacha Baron Cohen has taken a new turn. The duo have been locked in a war of words since Wilson made serious allegations against the Borat star.
The Australian actress managed to raise a lot of eyebrows with her statements about her co-star. However, not everything might be as they seem. With Wilson’s memoir set to launch soon, a new detail has come to light, one which raises questions about the actress’ veracity.
Wilson’s feud with Cohen takes a new turn (Source: The Brothers Grimsby) Why was Rebel Wilson feuding with Sacha Baron Cohen?
Both Rebel Wilson and Sacha Baron Cohen are well-known faces in the acting industry. Both are known for their comedic timing, and it was not surprising when they worked together on the film, The Brothers Grimsby.
Suggested“She absolutely adored him and losing him destroyed her”: Rebel Wilson...
The Australian actress managed to raise a lot of eyebrows with her statements about her co-star. However, not everything might be as they seem. With Wilson’s memoir set to launch soon, a new detail has come to light, one which raises questions about the actress’ veracity.
Wilson’s feud with Cohen takes a new turn (Source: The Brothers Grimsby) Why was Rebel Wilson feuding with Sacha Baron Cohen?
Both Rebel Wilson and Sacha Baron Cohen are well-known faces in the acting industry. Both are known for their comedic timing, and it was not surprising when they worked together on the film, The Brothers Grimsby.
Suggested“She absolutely adored him and losing him destroyed her”: Rebel Wilson...
- 4/25/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Apple TV+ is sure to perform well at this year’s Emmys with a number of shows strongly positioned including “Lessons in Chemistry,” “Sugar,” “Manhunt,” “The New Look,” and “Masters of the Air.” Well, add in another limited series to that mix — the historical drama “Franklin,” starring Oscar-winner Michael Douglas as the titular Benjamin Franklin.
The show chronicles Franklin’s eight years in France, wherein he attempted to convince King Louis XVI (Tom Pezier) to support the colonies in the American Revolutionary War. The series, as you’d expect, features fabulous costumes, sets, and hair and makeup. It is anchored by a powerhouse performance from Douglas, whose take on Franklin is a more modern one. The show is all the more entertaining for it, as noted by critics.
Michael Starr (New York Post) stated: “My advice is to sit back and enjoy Douglas as he admirably chews the scenery and...
The show chronicles Franklin’s eight years in France, wherein he attempted to convince King Louis XVI (Tom Pezier) to support the colonies in the American Revolutionary War. The series, as you’d expect, features fabulous costumes, sets, and hair and makeup. It is anchored by a powerhouse performance from Douglas, whose take on Franklin is a more modern one. The show is all the more entertaining for it, as noted by critics.
Michael Starr (New York Post) stated: “My advice is to sit back and enjoy Douglas as he admirably chews the scenery and...
- 4/25/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
The U.K. edition of Rebel Wilson’s memoir, Rebel Rising, will be published today with the passages about her experiences with Sacha Baron Cohen redacted from the text.
Wilson discusses working with Baron Cohen on 2016 film The Brothers Grimsby in a chapter titled “Sacha Baron Cohen and Other Assholes.” The U.K. edition will include three lines, with the remainder of the section on the movie blacked out. The Guardian confirmed that several other lines in the chapter are redacted as well.
“We are publishing every page, but for legal reasons,...
Wilson discusses working with Baron Cohen on 2016 film The Brothers Grimsby in a chapter titled “Sacha Baron Cohen and Other Assholes.” The U.K. edition will include three lines, with the remainder of the section on the movie blacked out. The Guardian confirmed that several other lines in the chapter are redacted as well.
“We are publishing every page, but for legal reasons,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Emily Zemler
- Rollingstone.com
Acast, the world’s largest independent podcast company, today celebrates a decade of leading the podcast industry. Over the past 10 years, Acast has continued to expand its global footprint and today is home to nearly 125,000 podcasts, enabling advertisers to reach listeners in practically every country worldwide. Today, this has led to more than 37 billion ads served globally. Additionally, since launch, Acast has paid more than $300 million directly to creators around the globe.
In 2014, Acast opened its doors in Stockholm, Sweden, its name inspired by the idea Anyone Can Make A Cast. The business quickly expanded internationally to the UK, then around Europe with offices opening in Norway, Ireland, France, and Germany. In 2016, Acast shifted its sights to the other side of the Atlantic and opened its first North American office in New York City. Sydney, Australia soon followed. In 2021, Acast undertook an initial public offering to be traded on the Swedish stock exchange.
In 2014, Acast opened its doors in Stockholm, Sweden, its name inspired by the idea Anyone Can Make A Cast. The business quickly expanded internationally to the UK, then around Europe with offices opening in Norway, Ireland, France, and Germany. In 2016, Acast shifted its sights to the other side of the Atlantic and opened its first North American office in New York City. Sydney, Australia soon followed. In 2021, Acast undertook an initial public offering to be traded on the Swedish stock exchange.
- 4/25/2024
- Podnews.net
David Harewood is a distinguished British actor with a career spanning stage and screen. From portraying the Martian Manhunter in “Supergirl” to the steely David Estes in “Homeland,” Harewood has consistently delivered powerful performances. But beyond his acting chops, Harewood has recently made the news with his stance on a highly sensitive topic: blackface.
A still from Supergirl
Blackface, the act of darkening one’s skin to impersonate a black person, has a long and offensive history rooted in racist caricature. Harewood’s latest statement seems to have found no problem with blackface because “the name of the game is acting”.
David Harewood Says It Better Be Good If Someone Wants To Black Up
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David Harewood, the recently appointed president of Rada (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art), has ignited a debate on race in casting. Harewood believes that when it comes to casting, the ability...
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Blackface, the act of darkening one’s skin to impersonate a black person, has a long and offensive history rooted in racist caricature. Harewood’s latest statement seems to have found no problem with blackface because “the name of the game is acting”.
David Harewood Says It Better Be Good If Someone Wants To Black Up
A still from The Flash
David Harewood, the recently appointed president of Rada (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art), has ignited a debate on race in casting. Harewood believes that when it comes to casting, the ability...
- 4/23/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
A child star turned into an acting, producing, and directing sensation, Jason Bateman is the man, who can do it all. Bateman started his career at the age of 11, starring in commercials, where he climbed his way to become one of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. The actor has worked in iconic TV Series and films such as Arrested Development, Ozark, The Outsider, Air, and many more.
Jason Bateman. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
However, the State of Play actor would have lost it all like Johnny Depp and Robert Downey Jr., as early in his career, the childhood prodigy let himself loose when he was addicted to drugs and alcohol. Until his wife, Amanda Anka gave him an ultimatum, putting his acting career back on track.
Jason Bateman Opens Up About His Lost Decade in Hollywood
Transitioning from a talented child actor to a Hollywood heartthrob, Jason Bateman has...
Jason Bateman. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
However, the State of Play actor would have lost it all like Johnny Depp and Robert Downey Jr., as early in his career, the childhood prodigy let himself loose when he was addicted to drugs and alcohol. Until his wife, Amanda Anka gave him an ultimatum, putting his acting career back on track.
Jason Bateman Opens Up About His Lost Decade in Hollywood
Transitioning from a talented child actor to a Hollywood heartthrob, Jason Bateman has...
- 4/23/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Update: After “Homeland’s” David Harewood told The Guardian that actors should be able to “Black up” for roles, but warned “it’d better be fucking good,” the actor clarified in a statement to Variety, “I don’t support or condone Blackface. My own documentary on the subject can be found on the BBC website. It is a grotesque distortion of race and should always be condemned.”
Previously: Speaking to The Guardian, Harewood, who also serves as president of prestigious British drama school the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, said: “We’re at this strange point in the profession where people go: ‘Oh, you can’t play that role because you’re not disabled, or you can’t play that because you’re not really from there.’ The name of the game is acting.”
He added, “Yes, we’ve got to be representative, but I do think we have to be careful.
Previously: Speaking to The Guardian, Harewood, who also serves as president of prestigious British drama school the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, said: “We’re at this strange point in the profession where people go: ‘Oh, you can’t play that role because you’re not disabled, or you can’t play that because you’re not really from there.’ The name of the game is acting.”
He added, “Yes, we’ve got to be representative, but I do think we have to be careful.
- 4/23/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
With every role, Jason Bateman established and built on his legacy over the last four decades. Be it as a child star in the ubiquitous great American classic, Little House on the Prairie, or his status as a teenage heartthrob in Teen Wolf, or his dramatic achievement in the Emmy-winning Netflix series, Ozark, Bateman’s range, style, and talent has never failed to deliver on screen.
Jason Bateman in Ozark [Credit: Netflix]However, when it comes to his character arcs, the plots only ever showed the actor as a generic everyman around whom the movie’s plot was constructed. His roles, however wacky or eccentric, were always rooted in reality and his functional and socially acceptable lead gave a cushion to his co-stars to explore their quirks without restraint.
Jason Bateman is Happy With His Place in Hollywood
For actors to be labeled with a stereotype or pigeonholed into a certain genre...
Jason Bateman in Ozark [Credit: Netflix]However, when it comes to his character arcs, the plots only ever showed the actor as a generic everyman around whom the movie’s plot was constructed. His roles, however wacky or eccentric, were always rooted in reality and his functional and socially acceptable lead gave a cushion to his co-stars to explore their quirks without restraint.
Jason Bateman is Happy With His Place in Hollywood
For actors to be labeled with a stereotype or pigeonholed into a certain genre...
- 4/23/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Homeland star David Harewood has said he is worried about the creep of identity politics in acting and argued that white performers should be able to “black up.”
In an interview with The Guardian to mark his appointment as president of British drama school Rada, Harewood made the case for controversial casting decisions on the proviso that performers deliver.
“We’re at this strange point in the profession where people go: ‘Oh, you can’t play that role because you’re not disabled, or you can’t play that because you’re not really from there.’ The name of the game is acting,” he said.
“Yes, we’ve got to be representative, but I do think we have to be careful … That even extends to Othello in blackface. I say, if you want to black up, have at it, man. It’d better be f***ing good, or else you...
In an interview with The Guardian to mark his appointment as president of British drama school Rada, Harewood made the case for controversial casting decisions on the proviso that performers deliver.
“We’re at this strange point in the profession where people go: ‘Oh, you can’t play that role because you’re not disabled, or you can’t play that because you’re not really from there.’ The name of the game is acting,” he said.
“Yes, we’ve got to be representative, but I do think we have to be careful … That even extends to Othello in blackface. I say, if you want to black up, have at it, man. It’d better be f***ing good, or else you...
- 4/23/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
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